Certified pharmacy technician and sterile IV technician with a B.S. in Biology, supporting aseptic compounding, TPN preparation, prescription processing, and laboratory specimen handling. Daily work includes preparing 375 to 430 sterile IV bags, reporting medication discrepancies, training new technicians, and maintaining accuracy, safety, and HIPAA-compliant documentation in fast-paced settings.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
CERTIFIED PHARMACY STERILE IV TECHNICIAN I
CENTRAL ADMIXTURE PHARMACY SERVICES (B.Braun)
CHICAGO, IL
03.2020 - Current
Support sterile compounding, including non-sterile-to-sterile conversions and TPN preparation.
Followed USP Chapter 797 requirements and CAPS SOPs to maintain stringent aseptic technique in sterile compounding.
Process 375 to 430 sterile IV bags daily for patient use.
Assisted with six years of IV cleanroom suite work.
Train new technicians on compounding procedures and SOP compliance.
Report medication discrepancies promptly to pharmacists.
Use compounding equipment; including Apex Compounder.
Follow safety protocols for Decon Cycle II, sodium hypochlorite, Verisept, and sterile 70% IPA alcohol.
Tracked inventory and monitored stock levels to ensure timely availability of sterile IV supplies.
Prepare daily dilutions for pump setup.
Perform stability studies for third-party clients.
Stay current on industry regulations, best practices, and continuing education.
Ability to handle high-pressure situations and prioritize tasks effectively
CERTIFIED PHARMACY TECHNICIAN
OSCO PHARMACY
08.2017 - 03.2020
Processed on average 120 to 150 prescriptions per day in a busy pharmacy achieving decreased customer wait times and maintaining excellent customer satisfaction
Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy
Facilitated resolution of problematic prescriptions and addressed customer inquiries, enhancing pharmacy efficiency
Resolved non-routine issues related to third-party billing and computer systems, ensuring seamless customer service
Set up and modified patient profiles in EPS to include current information such as medications and insurance details
Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers
Ensured compliance with drug storage procedures and maintained accurate registries and records for controlled substances
Restocked pharmacy shelves with current merchandise to drive consistent peripheral sales
PEER TUTOR
ROOSEVELT UNIVERSITY
08.2017 - 12.2017
Educated students on effective studying, note taking, and test taking strategies to improve academic performance
Fostered positive study habits that enhanced students' overall learning effectiveness
Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify skills gaps, and implement corrective strategies
Helped students prepare for quizzes and examinations
HIGH SCHOOL INTERN
RUSH OAK PARK HOSPITAL
06.2013 - 08.2013
Nursing Administration- Gained proficiency in payroll operations, hospital budgeting, and patient data collection; completed IV care training to enhance patient response time.
Orthopedic Rehabilitation Rotation- Conducted wellness checks and supported PCN in meeting patients' and families' needs.
Geriatric Rotation- Supported PCN in addressing patient care needs and providing supervision for patient sitter.
Operating Room Informational Desk- Assisted with informational desk
Education
B.S. - BIOLOGY
ROOSEVELT UNIVERSITY
05-2019
Skills
Aseptic procedures
Dosage calculation
Prescription processing
Data collection and management
Apex Compounder
Attention to detail
Advanced math skills
Data entry
Multitasking
Customer service
Confidentiality and HIPAA
Strong clinical judgment
Analytical thinking
Interpersonal communication
Communication skills
Certification
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION (CPhT) – PTCB 2019-03, PHARMACY TECHNICIAN LICENSE 2019-01, ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION